19/08/2022
For all current warnings, updates and mapping go to https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents.
AVOID SMOKE (HAZARD REDUCTION BURN) - Yeppoon and Rockhampton - fire as at 7:39am Friday, 19 August 2022
Warning level: ADVICE
Warning area: Yeppoon, Emu Park, Rockhampton, The Caves and surrounding areas
Smoke is currently affecting Yeppoon, Emu Park, Rockhampton, The Caves and surrounding areas. This is a hazard reduction burn.
What you should do:
- Follow health guidance and monitor live air quality information by using the links below.
- Avoid driving through smoke where possible and be aware of firefighters working in the area.
- Stay indoors, and close windows and doors.
- Keep respiratory medication close by.
Impacts:
- Reduced air quality may cause health impacts for some people.
- Smoke may reduce visibility and affect driving conditions.
Further Information:
- Further updates will be provided if required.
- See https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/Current-Incidents for current incidents and warnings.
- See https://www.qfes.qld.gov.au/bushfires for bushfire preparation tips.
- Follow health guidance and monitor live air quality information by clicking https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/air-quality/ .
- Follow QFES on Facebook and Twitter https://twitter.com/QldFES.
- See https://qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/ for road closure information or call 13 19 40.
